Full-Time Level 3 School-Age Paraprofessional
About the role
The Level 3 School-Age Paraprofessional provides direct instructional, behavioral, and administrative support to special education teacher(s) and students in grades K-4 in a structured classroom setting. This position requires collaboration with special education teachers, BCBA, SLP, OT, and PT professionals. He/she will ensure a safe, productive, and inclusive learning environment. This role is designed for individuals with strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills who can work effectively with diverse learners (autistic, nonverbal) in a fast-paced, team-focused environment.
Schedule
Full-time position at our Southwest Center (138th & Q), Monday through Friday from 9am-5:30pm.
Pay
Starting pay is $17.00 - $21.00 an hour, based on experience.
Responsibilities
- Assist special education teacher(s) and the rest of the child's team in implementing all instructional plans – this includes IEP goals and Behavior Improvement Plans (BIP).
- Understand all aspects of each student's IEP and collaborate with professional teams to meet quarterly goals.
- Communicate with students' professional team (this could include all or some of the following people - lead special education teacher(s), BCBA, OT, PT, SLP) regarding student's behavior, use of physical aggression, use of their device to communicate and all other aspects of the student's educational day.
- Support students during all classroom activities, group work, and out-of-classroom supervision (e.g., sensory walks, recess etc.).
- Complete incident reports as needed for extended times of physical aggression.
- Monitor and reinforce positive behavior; implement or assist with behavior-management in all aspects.
- Attend and be certified in MANDT training.
- Use Rethink for data collection.
- Help prepare all learning materials including sensory supplies.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment for all students.
- Assist with administrative tasks such as attendance, filing, and record-keeping.
- Communicate regularly with professional team, directors, students, and parents about student progress, questions, ideas and/or concerns.
- Participate in planning meetings, certain special education assessment meetings, and professional development.
- Support students with special needs, English language learners, or those requiring additional behavior or academic assistance.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- CRCC-paid short & long term disability and life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Holiday pay – Paid Holiday Pay for full-time employees between Christmas and New Years!
- 401k with match
- Paid on-site training and CEU's
- Referral Program
- Best Care EAP Partnership
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent per childcare regulations.
- One-two years experience working in a licensed childcare center or public school system preferred.
- Ability to adhere to work schedules.
- Possesses understanding, patience, and flexibility in dealing with clients, parents, and team members.
- Is able to demonstrate successful completion of Personal Care Aide training including a PowerPoint, quiz, and competency demonstration signed by a Registered Nurse as required by Children's Day Health Services Regulations.
- Is able to complete Positive Behavioral Supports and Crisis Intervention and Safety Training provided by CRCC.
- Must be able to complete 24 education hours (CEU) if working 34-40 hours per week, 12 education hours (CEU) if working 20-34 hours per week, 6 education hours (CEU) if working less than 20 hours per week, each year.
- Willing to increase knowledge in fields of endeavor.
- Able to read and understand written plans.
- Must be agile enough to perform the job as a caretaker of young clients.
- Able to lift up to fifty pounds and practices 2 person lifting for clients over 50 pounds or when necessary.
- Must meet agency's conditions of employment regarding health status and clearance with the Nebraska Child Abuse/Neglect Central Registry and/or Adult Abuse/Neglect Registry, the Nebraska State Patrol, criminal background check, and fingerprinting.
Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission: To provide children and young adults individualized care rooted in quality education, specialized nursing, rehab therapy, and behavioral health services.
Vision: Embracing every ability, empowering every family.
Values: Stronger Together, Commitment to Excellence, Lead with Heart, Get Stuff Done, Do the Right Thing, Have Fun, Be Positive.
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